IN THE LAB
Inkjet Printed Silver Nanowires Might Simplify Manufacturing
Researchers have developed a method to control the pattern of silver nanowires, paving the way for cheaper organic photovoltaics.
Move Over 3D Printing, It’s Time For 4D
Temperature sensitive 4D printed hydrogels could spur the growth of soft robotics.
The Importance Of Silicon In Rice Production
Silicon is not only useful for computer chips but also an important micronutrient for rice crops, scientists say.
Keeping Mammalian Sperm Production Flowing
The maintainance of stem cells during mouse spermatogenesis depends on hierarchical differences in response to retinoic acid, study says.
The Link Between Sex & Endometriosis
The in vitro findings raise the possibility that exposure to seminal fluid may contribute to the worsening of endometriosis.
Highly Efficient CRISPR Knock-In Developed
Using a modified CRISPR-Cas9 system, researchers have developed an efficient way to knock-in genes in mice.
Fewer Complications With Dissolvable Surgical Clips
A study in mice has shown that dissolvable magnesium clips are safe and effective.
Microdialysis Reveals The Neurotransmitters Of Aggressive Behavior In Mice
In mice, aggressive behavior triggers a surge of the neurotransmitter glutamate, which in turn causes the release of serotonin.
Epigenetic Marks Affect Children’s Brain Development
Methylation of the HES1 gene in the womb can influence a child's later cognitive development, scientists say.
